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Newspaper
Malvern Leader
Location
Malvern, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1940
Page
1
Mills County column covers subscription address updates and local civic duties. Editorial urges voter participation and education, cites Red Cross refugee relief costs, warns about creeping jenny weed spread and cooperation with farmers, and mentions wartime defense thoughts and local anecdotes. Sheriff notice ends with legal appointment.
Farm Bureau visitors report creeping Jenny spreading in Mills county and urge immediate action. Small patches respond to spraying with a hard spray gun and recommended chemical treatments. several local farmers report success with early, thorough control. Grasshopper issues noted, with bait suggested if infestations rise, and emphasis on promoting good forage grasses to curb weeds and support livestock.
A writ from Mills County District Court directs the sheriff to sell a one seventh interest in the estate of Tommy F. Douglas for a judgment in favor of Mills County Abstract Company against Annie Bellwood and Lyle Bellwood. The property lies in Emeraug Lowe, Iowa, described as late parcels 71-278 and 279, SE quarter, and part of SW quarter section 10 township 71 range 40, to satisfy $25 plus costs. The sale will be to the highest bidder for cash.
The Red Oak area notes Father’s Day with 66 in Sunday school including five visitors. A short program followed featuring prayers, readings, a Father’s Day origin talk, songs, and poems. Len Patrick received gifts as oldest father and Robert Hicks as youngest.
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